{"product_id":"deliverology-101-9781412989503","title":"Deliverology 101","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMichael Barber outlines the steps that will enable courageous education leaders around the country to execute their plans and bridge the gap between hope and reality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eJoel Klein, Chancellor\u003cbr\u003eNew York City Department of Education\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo one knows system reform better than Sir Michael Barber. His delivery contains bold, inspiring, crystal clear ideas that are never more timely than today. A must-read for reformers at all levels of the system.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eMichael Fullan, Professor Emeritus\u003cbr\u003eUniversity of Toronto Ontario Institute for Studies in Education\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eA step-by-step approach to delivering results\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMichael Barber, former chief advisor on delivery to British Prime Minister Tony Blair, and his colleagues Andy Moffit and Paul Kihn thoroughly describe Barber's proven reform delivery processes in this practical field guide. The timing is ideal, as Barack Obama's administration prioritizes education reform. Citing education reform \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Michael Barber has made a unique contribution to education reform by focusing firmly on how to get it done—delivery—as well as what to do. This book outlines steps that will enable courageous education leaders around the country to execute their plans and bridge the gap between hope and reality.\" \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -- Joel Klein, Former Chancellor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"No one knows system reform better than Sir Michael Barber. No one delivers it better—up close and practical. His delivery contains bold, inspiring, crystal clear ideas, never more timely than today. A must read for reformers at all levels of the system.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e -- Michael Fullan, Professor Emeritus\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Michael Barber′s pioneering work as head of my Delivery Unit helped ensure real progress, not just with our education reforms, but with healthcare and policing too. It attracted worldwide attention. This guide distills the wisdom he gained at that time and has refined since. I strongly recommend it.\"\u003c\/em\u003e -- Tony Blair, Former UK Prime Minister 1997-2007\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreface Acknowledgments About the Authors How to Read This Field Guide Executive Summary 1. Develop a Foundation for Delivery    1A. Define Your Aspiration    1B. Review the Current State of Delivery    1C. Build the Delivery Unit    1D. Establish a Guiding Coalition 2. Understand the Delivery Challenge    2A. Evaluate Past and Present Performance    2B. Understand Drivers of Performance and Related System Activities 3. Plan for Delivery    3A. Determine Your Reform Strategy    3B. Set Targets and Trajectories    3C. Produce Delivery Plans 4. Drive Delivery    4A. Establish Routines to Drive and Monitor Performance    4B. Solve Problems Early and Rigorously    4C. Sustain and Continually Build Momentum 5. Create an Irreversible Delivery Culture    5A. Build System Capacity All the Time    5B. Communicate the Delivery Message    5C. Unleash the \"Alchemy of Relationships\" Frequently Asked Questions Glossary Appendix A1 Delivery Capacity Review Rubric Appendix A2 Assessment Framework Used by the Prime Minister′s Delivery Unit References Index\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SAGE Publications Inc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51618820489559,"sku":"9781412989503","price":38.94,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781412989503.jpg?v=1756903577","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/deliverology-101-9781412989503","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}